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Pollution Prevention Grant (Pump and Plug Program)

Pennsylvania Department of Environmental ProtectionNo deadline listedUp to $2,500

Summary

Owners of six or fewer underground storage tanks in Pennsylvania can be reimbursed up to $2,500 per tank for pumping out, cleaning and temporarily closing tanks to prevent pollution; open year round, first come, first served.

About this grant

Reimburses owners of six or fewer underground storage tanks in Pennsylvania for pumping out and disposing of regulated products, cleaning tank interiors and grouting fill pipes, up to $2,500 per tank. Applications are submitted after the work is completed and processed first come, first served each year until funds are committed. DEP lists the program as open year round.

Who can apply

  • For-profit companies
  • Small businesses
  • Other applicants (see eligibility)

Eligible owners of six or fewer underground tanks in Pennsylvania

Application must be submitted after all work is completed

Aboveground tanks, unregulated underground tanks and tank removal, site assessment or remediation costs are excluded

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Environment
  • Small business

Money can be used for

  • Pollution prevention
  • Compliance

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